THE WALL OF FACES

It is still painful to remember the day I was told you were dead. You were my other father -since you were 10 years older than me- and I so admired you. Wish I could have known you as an adult sibling. I feel your death was a terrible waste.

Richard is buried at Calvary Cemetery, Louisville,KY. PH

We fought alot as kids, but when I needed him, he was there. I miss him sorely. He was a brave man and did what he felt was necessary. Would like to hear from others who served with him.

We nearly shared birthdays, with Ricky 4 days my senior. Good friends in grade-school and from the neighborhood, we eventually went our separate ways. He went to the seminary to be a priest, I to a local Catholic high school. When the priesthood didn't work out, Ricky chose the USMC as a way to serve others. You see, our parents were members of the "Greatest Generation" and duty-honor-country were part of our being. A year after Ricky's death while serving my own tour in Vietnam as a grunt, I often thought of his courage and it made me more comfortable with my own situation. Thanks Ricky for your sacrifice and friendship!

Richard, Although we never met, I just want you to know you are not forgotten. You gave the ultimate sacrifice, your life for what you believed in. Sleep well my friend, and thank you for protecting the freedoms we have today.